What size tank does a Orange Shoulder Tang need?

A Orange Shoulder Tang needs a minimum tank size of 100 gallons. A 150-gallon tank or larger is recommended for optimal health.

What fish can live with Orange Shoulder Tang?

Compatible tank mates for Orange Shoulder Tang include: . Always ensure adequate tank size and proper water parameters.

Orange Shoulder Tang

Q: Is Orange Shoulder Tang easy to care for?

Orange Shoulder Tang has a moderate care level. Grows large and needs a big tank. Active swimmer. Can be aggressive toward similar-looking tangs but otherwise manageable.

Acanthurus olivaceus

Also known as: Orangespot Surgeonfish

🧂 Saltwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟡 Moderate 🌿 Herbivore Reef Safe

Gray-olive body with a bold orange shoulder patch that develops with maturity. Juveniles are bright yellow. A large, active tang.

Tank Size

100 gal

minimum (150+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F

23–28°C

pH Range

8–8.4

water acidity

Max Size

14"

35.6 cm

Lifespan

15+ years

typical in captivity

Swim Level

All

preferred zone

Care Notes

Grows large and needs a big tank. Active swimmer. Can be aggressive toward similar-looking tangs but otherwise manageable.

Feeding

Nori seaweed, marine algae, pellets, and frozen mysis.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Ocellaris Clownfish 3" True Percula Clownfish 3" Blue Green Chromis 3" Blue Tang 12" Yellow Tang 8" Kole Tang 7" Clarkii Clownfish 5" Tomato Clownfish 5" Scopas Tang 8" Naso Tang 18" Convict Tang 8" Cinnamon Clownfish 5"

Incompatible With

Maroon Clownfish 6" Yellowtail Damselfish 2.5" Blue Devil Damselfish 3" Powder Blue Tang 9" Achilles Tang 10" Purple Tang 10" Three Stripe Damselfish 3" Domino Damselfish 5" Azure Damselfish 2.5" Springer's Damselfish 2" Four Stripe Damselfish 3" Neon Damselfish 2.5"

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